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Measuring Ingredients
New Zealand standard metric kitchen measures
have been used for all the recipes. All
measurements should be level. Accuracy with
measuring is important when making bread in a
breadmaker.
To measure flour
For optimum results we recommend weighing
flour. If scales are not available, use a set of
standard metric cups and part cups. Do not
use tableware cups. Stir the flour in the storage
container, then using a scoop or a large spoon
overfill the measuring cup without tapping or
shaking. Use the back of a knife to scrape off
the excess so that the flour is just level with the
rim of the cup.
To measure water
Use a standard metric measuring cup graduated
in 10 ml divisions. Place the cup at eye level on
a flat surface and fill to the required level.
To measure other ingredients
Use standard metric spoons. A New Zealand
metric teaspoon holds 5ml and a metric
tablespoon holds 15ml. (note: an Australian
metric tablespoon holds 20ml.
Abbreviations
g gram
ml millilitre
mg milligram
°C degrees Celsius
Tbsp tablespoon
tsp teaspoon
Dough consistency
When using a new recipe or a different batch
of flour or if a recipe has not produced a
satisfactory result, check the consistency of the
dough, part way through the initial kneading
cycle (about 10 minutes after the machine has
started). Lift the lid and have a quick look. The
dough should be smooth, soft and slightly sticky
and have a tendency to flatten and catch the
sides of the container. Dough which is too stiff
will have ragged edges; it will not stick to the
sides at all and forms a tight round ball. In this
case add one tablespoon of extra water. Dough
which is too soft will be sticky and be reluctant
to form a ball. Add one tablespoon of extra
flour.
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